The Vanta 25 to Trust

Honoring the 25 leaders shaping the future of trust.

Who are we honoring?


The Vanta 25 to Trust recognizes 25 exceptional Vanta customers setting the standard for excellence in GRC and security.

Each honoree is recognized for their measurable impact, innovative approaches, and dedication to fostering trust and advancing security within their organizations and industries.

Winners will receive special recognition, exclusive access to events, and opportunities to shape Vanta programs through our advocacy initiatives.

Meet the Judges

The Vanta 25 to Trust winners are selected by an esteemed panel of Vanta leaders and external GRC and security experts. Each judge brings deep industry experience to ensure a fair and thoughtful selection process.

Jadee Hanson

Chief Information Security Officer, Vanta

David Rosenthal

Co-Host, Acquired Podcast

Jason Chan

Former VP of Information Security, Netflix

Meet this year’s Vanta 25 to Trust

Transparency
Emily Clar
Senior Information Security Analyst, Paylocity

Emily helped launch and drive adoption of Paylocity and Blue Marble’s Trust Centers, ensuring seamless updates and improving security documentation. Her work enhanced accessibility and strengthened customer confidence.

Transparency
Gail Skinner
Value Creation Leader - SaaS, Aptean

Gail launched and expanded Aptean’s Trust Center, improving security access for customers and teams. Her work enhanced deal efficiency, reduced bottlenecks, and set a new standard for compliance transparency.

Transparency
Kevin Le
Manager, Trust and Information Security, Miro

Kevin launched and optimized Miro’s Trust Center, streamlining security automation and compliance workflows. His leadership improved transparency, efficiency, and security accessibility.

Transparency
Matt Hodge
Senior Director Technical Operations, Typeform

Matt launched Typeform’s Trust Center and automated compliance, reducing response times and improving transparency. His leadership made security insights more accessible across teams.

Global Excellence
Jon Westholm
CISO, Tibber

Jon expanded Tibber’s security program, rolling out compliance across six frameworks and managing risk for 100+ vendors. His leadership ensures continuous compliance, aligning security with business growth and strengthening trust across global markets.

Global Excellence
Lazar Lazarov
Head of Security, BVNK

Lazar is a global trust leader, educating security teams on frameworks like DORA and the EU AI Act. His work in compliance strategy and education fosters trust worldwide, helping organizations navigate evolving international security regulations.

Global Excellence
Lucien Pinto
IT Security Director, Sweep

Lucien scaled Sweep’s Trust Center, maintaining 100% control completion in Vanta and monitoring 285 controls. His leadership in transparency and compliance has bolstered customer trust and enabled global revenue growth through security excellence.

Global Excellence
Mandy Matthew
Lead Security Risk Program Manager, Duolingo

Mandy built Duolingo’s security framework from scratch, achieving ISO 27001, GDPR, and SOC 2 compliance while navigating AI regulations. Her leadership positioned trust as a global advantage, unlocking new markets and enabling rapid, secure expansion.

5 categories, 25 winners

Expansion in Trust Award

Celebrates organizations expanding their GRC programs with Vanta, leveraging multiple products to drive scalable security, compliance, and operational excellence.

Leadership in Trust Award

Recognizes individuals or teams exemplifying leadership in fostering trust and embedding a strong security culture. Winners make a measurable impact through ethics programs, transparency efforts, mentorship, or awareness initiatives.

Innovation in Trust Award

Honors customers transforming GRC and security through creative problem-solving and bold initiatives. These winners redefine processes and outcomes with fresh, impactful solutions.

Transparency in Trust Award

Recognizes organizations with standout Trust Centers that exemplify transparency, accessibility, and innovation. Winners set the gold standard for trust-building through public accountability and communication.

Global Excellence in Trust Award

Highlights international customers successfully navigating regional frameworks like DORA, the EU AI Act, or ISO certifications. Winners demonstrate adaptability, vision, and leadership on the global stage.

What’s next for trust?

We asked 2500 leaders about security. What we learned? It’s never been more crucial—or challenging. Check out the report for more insights and trends.

55%
of organizations say security risks have never been higher
48%
of organizations believe good security practices drive customer trust
50%
of businesses say that they have terminated a vendor relationship due to security concerns